The Acer Predator Triton 300 offers good value for those on a budget who still want performance for gaming or general tasks; however, it might not match the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio's superior screen quality and computational power favored by professionals in 3D, machine learning, or engineering fields. The MSI typically comes at a higher cost but provides advanced capabilities for demanding applications. Portability may also be a concern, as gaming laptops like these can be heavy and have shorter battery life, with the MSI possibly being sleeker but still less portable than ultrabooks or lightweight laptops meant for mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.4/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 is good.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 offers strong CPU and RAM capabilities, decent screen quality, and manageable portability but falls short in battery life, making it suitable for general use where you have regular access to power. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, on the other hand, boasts superior screen quality and stronger CPU performance, complemented by a more mobile design and longer battery life, making it a more versatile option for general use, particularly for those who need to work on the go.
Gaming and AI
7.1/10
8.9/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 is good.
The Acer Predator Triton 300, with its high screen refresh rate and powerful GPU, ensures smooth visuals and responsiveness crucial for gaming and 3D applications; however, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio surpasses it with an even more robust GPU and exceptional screen quality, elevating the detail and fluidity expected by the most demanding gamers and professionals in 3D fields. While both laptops have capable CPUs, the advantages offered by the MSI's superior graphics hardware and display attributes make it the preferred option for those seeking top-tier gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
9.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 is good.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is well-suited for engineering and design tasks with a strong CPU, ample RAM, and a capable GPU, ensuring smooth multitasking and graphical performance, along with a high-quality screen for clear visuals; however, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio surpasses it with superior processing power and graphics capabilities, further enhanced by a top-tier screen, making it a premium choice for the most demanding engineering software and design work. While both laptops offer quality keyboards and are reasonably portable, the MSI has an edge in speaker and overall build quality, though both can become noisy under heavy workloads.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for content creation, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1/10
8.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for software development, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
8.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the Acer Predator Triton 300 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio both have panels with high resolution and brightness, providing clear and vibrant displays suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, which benefit from accurate color representation. However, their lower refresh rates, while not noticeable in general use or detailed design tasks, may not provide the smooth visuals desired for high-paced gaming and 3D applications where rapid motion is common. The importance of panel type further nuances their suitability, as certain panel technologies offer better color and viewing angles, essential for design work, but for gaming, a less advanced panel with a high refresh rate is often preferred.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has good portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,150
$2,900
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a price of $1,150 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
7.6/10
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio to have very good build quality, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Predator Triton 300 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio compare to other laptops
"In our particular review configuration, the Acer Predator Triton 300 turned out to be a fairly powerful gaming notebook. Both CPU and GPU performance were at a high level, and the aluminum case turned out to be fairly robust. Only the display lid could have been a bit more robust. For customers on a budget that do not mind tinkering with the device’s fan management the Acer Predator Triton 300 can be worth a closer look."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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